Lift Director

Holder Construction; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k)-retirement plan

Shift differential pay for select roles

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Lift Director for their Safety team in Indianapolis, IN. This full-time, in-person role will lead safety efforts on complex projects and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in construction safety management, with formal training in hazardous energy control and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include implementing safety best practices and mentoring on-site teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction safety experience managing complex projects.
• Formal safety training in hazardous energy control and related areas.
• Ability to identify and correct safety deficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety efforts on large-scale projects.
• Implement industry best practices for a world-class safety culture.
• Track and analyze safety data for proactive management.

Skills

Construction safety management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

ABOUT US

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for a Lift Director to join our Safety team on our project in Indianapolis, IN. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage safety efforts on large-scale mission‑critical, aviation, and other complex projects by collaborating with project superintendents, project managers, and client safety representatives to execute Holder’s “Plan. Execute. Learn” Safety Culture.
• Implement industry best practices to promote a world‑class safety culture focused on preventing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs).
• Manage and mentor trade partners to ensure robust and effective safety programs on‑site.
• Provide technical expertise to proactively manage hazardous energy control, crane lifts, and other high‑risk activities, ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place.
• Manage site‑specific insurance programs and assist with case/injury management.
• Track and analyze safety data to support proactive safety management.
• Oversee safety material and equipment procurement to support project needs and Holder self‑perform work.
• Monitor daily construction activities for compliance with OSHA and company policies.
• Coordinate on‑site training, wellness programs, and Holder/client‑driven safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of construction safety experience managing complex, large‑scale projects (e.g., mission‑critical, heavy industrial, oil/gas).
• Formal safety training and competency in hazardous energy control, LOTO, scaffolding, crane management, steel erection, emergency response, fall management, excavation and confined space, rigging, hazardous waste, and erosion control.
• Ability to identify and correct safety deficiencies in the field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other technology tools supporting safety efforts.

Preferred:

• Experience with a general contractor and managing large safety teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management or related field.
• Professional safety certifications (e.g., CSP, CHST, SMS).

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.